Traveling Field Construction Welder
Xylem
- Location
- Thomasville, GA
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Posted
- Aug 22, 2026
Skills
About this role
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. 🔥 Build something that matters! Traveling Field Construction Welder If you’re a skilled welder who thrives in the field — working from blueprints, solving problems hands‑on, and delivering quality welds where performance truly matters — this role was built for you. As a Traveling Field Construction Welder , you won’t just be welding parts. You’ll be fabricating and repairing semi‑complex components that support critical construction and industrial operations. Your craftsmanship, accuracy, and commitment to safety ensure that equipment performs as designed in real‑world conditions. This is a role for someone who values precision, accountability, and pride in their work . 🔥 Why This Role Is Different Your work directly impacts safety, performance, and structural integrity of You’ll work across multiple welding processes — not just one. You’re trusted to read drawings, make adjustments, and recommend improvements. You’ll support real construction and field operations — not just shop work. You’ll have access to training and AWS certification opportunities. You’ll be part of a team that values quality, ownership, and continuous improvement. 🛠 What You’ll Be Doing Performing welding operations using SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and Carbon Arc welding, for both A36 & 304LSS Interpreting engineered drawings, weld symbols, and dimensions Fitting, aligning, calibrating, and adjusting components to meet exact tolerances. Fabricating and repairing semi‑complex parts from raw materials. Following red‑line changes and recommending process or design improvements Troubleshooting and repairing consumable failures (spring liners, nozzle insulators, tips, etc.) Using hand and power tools including grinders and chipping hammers Troubleshooting welding machines and equipment issues Supporting daily housekeeping Working closely with supervisors, managers, and peers to deliver quality work on schedule and under budget Meeting internal and external customer expectations consistently 📍 Where You’ll Make an Impact You’ll support field and construction operations , fabricating and repairing components that must meet exact standards in demanding environments. Your work contributes directly to job‑site success, safety, and customer satisfaction. 🎯 What We’re Looking For High school diploma or equivalent Valid TWIC Card or ability to obtain 2+ years of relevant welding and fabrication experience Proven proficiency in: SMAW FCAW GMAW Carbon Arc Welding Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols. Experience operating a wide range of hand and power tools. Demonstrate Fit for Duty by passing a physical examination. Ability to obtain AWS certifications (training provided) Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills. Safety-first mindset and attention to detail Ability to work independently while collaborating with field and shop teams. OSHA 10 / OSHA 30 Card Holder or ability to achieve within the first 6 months of employment. 💪 Who Thrives Here You know a good weld isn’t just about looks — it’s about penetration, tolerance, and performance. You follow procedures, but you also speak up when something can be improved. You take pride in clean, consistent work and understand that your work carries responsibility long after the job is done. You are self-motivated and team oriented. 💰 What We Offer Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base pay and includes: